Handi Hints 1:
Mini Sliding Board:
The loss of strength in my arms and my lack of grip make it difficult for me at times to control and move objects from one place to another. I often use a mini sliding board when I need to move an item which is difficult to control either because of weight or shape. It is just a flat piece of wood around an eighth of an inch thick, probably 4 inches wide and about 2 feet in length. I place one end of the board under the object I wish to move and the other end on the destination site for instance my lap and then just guide the object across to its destination.
Weighing:
Scales for weighing individuals in a sling are expensive. So I bought a scale for weighing moose and caribou, and it works just fine. Even if your weight may not be exact it can be used to keep track of trends. Cabelas $40
Camera:
Do to impaired hand function it is difficult for me to find the shutter button, which is located on the front of the camera where it is curving away. What I came up with is gluing a buffer wheel from a Dremel tool on the shutter button sideways. It sticks up above the camera frame and is easy to locate.
Portable Table:
How many times have you been in a situation where you wished you had a small table to set something on? Well here’s a table you can take with you. I bought a sports/seat at a local pharmacy for $30. Not much adapting was necessary. I sprayed Super Grip on the seat and then covered it with mesh. I could have just as easily used grip tape. I finished by wrapping friction tape on the handle. You can also purchase a Portable Seat/Chair on line.
